Systems-Based Practice EMTALA: Ethics and the Law

Dr. Em & Dr. Taul's Emergency Room Adventure   Case 6 answer What should be done? (Incorrect) The patient should be transferred immediately to the ED that has a contract with your patient.   Though the managed care company may require prior notification in order to authorize services, EMTALA does not recognize this contractual agreement. Most managed care companies request authorization within 24 hours, and authorize reasonable and prudent care. After the patient is truly stabilized transfer arrangement can be done by following the proper procedures.  (Correct) Medical care should continue uninterrupted. Though the managed care company may require prior notification in order to authorize services, EMTALA does not recognize this contractual agreement. Most managed care companies request authorization within 24 hours, and will authorize reasonable and prudent care. After the patient is truly  stabilized transfer arrangement can be done by following the proper procedures. (Incorrect) The patient should be stabilized, but cannot be admitted to your hospital.  Though the managed care company may require prior notification in order to authorize services, EMTALA does not recognize this contractual agreement. Most managed care companies request authorization within 24 hours, and will authorize reasonable and prudent care. After the patient is truly stabilized transfer arrangement can be done by following the proper procedures. You have successfully completed this module.  We hope that you found this it informative.  If you need further assistance, or if you have comments please feel free to contact us. HOME                                                                           End of module